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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1968

Page

8

Bruins Dominate Irish Behind Alcindor’s 68

UCLA extended its hold on the top ranking with an 88 to 75 victory over Notre Dame. Lew Alcindor led the Bruins with a dominant performance as UCLA controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing superior firepower for the season.

Murphy Bruins Fighting Irish UCLA Lew Alcindor Notre Dame Ucla Houston Astrodome Alcindor Irish Purdue Ohio State North Carolina New York City Kentucky Southern California Houston Kansas Loyola Ill Davidson Vanderbilt Miami St. Bonaventure St. Francis Loretto Scott Lexington Wildcats Charlie Scott U.S Rusty Clark Tar Heels Mike Casey Ron Baylor Cougars Trojans Ernie Powell Taylor Southern Cal Calvin Murphy Niagara Purple Eagles Syracuse Bill Smith

Marshall Invitational to feature Maryland Yale and Miami

Maryland Yale and Miami participate in the Marshall Invitational starting December 20 in Huntington. Maryland returns after defeats to West Virginia and South Carolina. Yale relies on 6-10 John Whiston and 5-11 Jim Morgan. Miami features Don Curnett and Tom Green with a strong front court.

Maryland Yale Miami Fla Huntington Penn State West Virginia South Carolina Tom Milroy Richwood Will Hetzel Terrapins

Nittany Lions Complete 3rd Perfect Season

Penn State finishes 10-0 for third perfect season in school history after routing Syracuse 30-12. Joe Paterno lauds defense as Syracuse scores late against reserves. Bob Campbell gains 239 rushing yards, 87-yard run longest in Lion history, and Charlie Pittman sets school TD record with 14th rushing score. Lions prepare for Orange Bowl showdown with Kansas.

University Park UPI Joe Paterno Penn State Paterno Syracuse Nittany Lions Lions Ben Schwartzwalder Lion Bob Campbell Charlie Pittman Chuck Burkhart Leon Angevine Kansas

Jets ordered to shave beards and sideburns by AFL chief

UPI reports AFL president Milt Woodward directed the New York Jets to cut their beards mustaches and long sideburns on Sunday. The move underscores grooming standards within the league as teams prepare for upcoming play.

NEW York UPI Milt Woodward American Football League New York Jets

Burke Named Next Baseball Commissioner From Yankees

Milton Richman reports the baseball owners chose Mike Burke of the New York Yankees as the next Commissioner, aiming for a younger, more dynamic leader. Burke, 49, expected to be announced within days, signals a shift from the Eckert era and a push for renewed showmanship and restructuring in baseball leadership.

NEW York UPI Mike Burke New York Yankees William D. Eckerts Burke San Francisco Pete Rozelle Ford Frick Eckert Young Ivy League Madison Avenue Warren Giles Chub Feeney San Francisco Giants National League Fred Fleig Japan Jim Fregosi California Angels Fregosi CBS Bill Veeck Sonny Werblin Music Corporation of America New York Jets United States

Salem Yellow Jackets Top WVC Standings Amid Tight Race

The West Virginia Conference shows four unbeaten teams Fairmont State West Liberty W.Va. State and W.Va. Tech as Salem and Beckley also hold clean conference records. W.Va. State leads ratings with 110, Salem second at 105. Glenville and Morris Harvey posted notable league wins.

United Press International West Virginia Fairmont State West Liberty W. Va. State W. Va. Tech Salem Beckley Bluefield State WVC George Springer Yellow Jackets Glenville Alderson-Broaddus Morris Harvey Davis & Elkins Waynesburg Cumberland Shepherd Baltimore University Bluefield Concord W. Va Tech Wheeling West Liberty State Wesleyan Ohio Valley College of Parkersburg Bridgewater Spike Conley Ron Kyle Senators Bill Kennedy Danny Graves Wayne Wells Will Reod Northen Eam Salem Ae L. Rating Fairmont Alderson-Broaddust W. Va. Wesleyan i W.L W. Va. Tech A Concord Morris Harvey

Fast Count Wins Display Handicap at Aqueduct

In New York, Fast Count posted a seven-length victory in the $55,700 Display Handicap at Aqueduct. In Atlanta, Michigan State and Maryland were declared NCAA soccer co champions after a 2-2 tie through two overtimes.

New York UPI Aqueduct Atlanta Michigan State Maryland

United States Upsets France 11-9 in Ski Challenge Up

In Aspen, Colorado, the United States defeated France 11-9 in the American French ski challenge. In Miami, Alcorn A&M routed Florida A&M 36-9 in the Orange Blossom Classic, highlighting a pair of college sports outcomes.

Aspen Colo UPI United States France Miami Alcorn A&m Florida A&m

Penn State Finishes 10-0 With 30-12 Syracuse Win

Penn State completed a perfect 10-0 college football season by defeating Syracuse 30-12. Starters led the offense as the defense held firm in the second half, sealing the undefeated slate.

University Park UPI Penn State Syracuse

WVC Ratings Beckley Basketball Standings Revealed

UPI reports Commissioner George Springer announced the West Virginia Conference standings from Beckley detailing team positions, points, and future schedule implications. The update highlights leaders and gaps as teams prepare for upcoming matchups.

Eastern Next Foe For Herd

Marshall University seeks revenge on Eastern Kentucky after a 76-73 loss last year with a return win earlier questioned by a rugged schedule. The Herd beat Morehead 85-82, then hosts St Peters after a 102-93 OT defeat in the NIT.

St. Peter’s N.J Marshall Morehead Lamar Green Jim Davidson Danny D’antoni Blaine Henry Herd Jerry Conley Willie Hobo) Jackson Kentuckians Henry Cynthiana Jackson

Weekend Basketball Results from High School to College

A sprawling wrap of results across high school, college and tournaments. Notable shows include Marsh Fork 76 Poca 41 and Ravenswood 114 Cairo 28 at the high school level, WVU 81 VPS 70, Marshall 8 Morehead 82 98, and a long list of college and tournament outcomes with numerous schools and venues across rivers and states.

Marsh Fork Poca Warren Ohio Warwood Paden City Calhoun Sutton Bluefield Andrew Lewis Ravenswood Cairo

WVU Continues Rise with 81 70 Win Over Tech

West Virginia University moved to 4 0 with an 81 70 victory over Virginia Tech before 7 185 in Charleston. Junior guard Hummell scored six as Waters praised maturity and balance with Woods Grimm and Ludwig stepping up. Ludwig returned from an ankle injury to contribute 12 points and six rebounds as the Mountaineers dominated early with a 21 4 run and a 46 30 halftime lead.

Jim Davidson Herd Morris Harvey D'Antoni MAC West Virginia University Mountaineers Richmond Spiders Morgantown VPI Gobblers WVU East Carolina Wiliam and Mary Maryland Richmond Lewis Mills Wilton Ford Ford Kenny Foster Picot Frazier Frank Owen Bobby Ukrop Dan Hose Charleston UPI Bucky Waters Virginia Tech Charleston Civic Center Mount Fieldhouse Wednesay Bob Hummell Moundsville Hummell Waters Mike Truell Greg Ludwig Ludwig Grimm Carey Bailey Bailey Wings Tech W.va T ‘Keick Woods Wayne Wetzel King Va. Tech Ellis W. Va

WVU Freshmen Prep for Morris JC Clash Wednesday

West Virginia University's freshmen aim to rebound after a 3-0 start. They lost to Virginia Tech 78-73 as Bill McNeer scored 29 points from guard, with Wilbert Robinson 22 and Curist Price 14. Big man Mike Heitz added 19 points and 13 rebounds in the setback.

Morgantown UPI West Virginia University Robert Morris Junior College of Pittsburgh Little Mountaineers Virginia Tech Charleston Huntington Wilbert Robinson Curist Price WVU Mike Heitz Garrett

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